Freightliner Trucks announced today the immediate availability of two new horsepower ratings for the Coronado heavy-duty vehicle.
The Caterpillar "King of the Hill" C15 engine is now available with industry-leading horsepower ratings for Freightliner Trucks' flagship owner/operator vehicle, the Coronado. The C15 engine from Caterpillar offers 600hp with 1850 lb-ft of torque or 625hp with 2050 lb-ft of torque, further expanding the Coronado's performance capabilities in the most extreme heavy-duty applications. These ratings are governed at 2100 rpm.
"These higher-horsepower ratings from Caterpillar offer our customers more power to get the job done," said Mark Lampert, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Freightliner Trucks. "It's a great component option for our Coronado, a favorite among North American owner-operators for its ability to handle the toughest jobs and heaviest loads with superior ride and handling, unique styling and outstanding customer support." The Coronado's oversized 1500-square-inch radiator provides superior cooling capacity for these high horsepower C15 engines. Additionally, the Coronado offers improved aerodynamics and fuel efficiency and the sloped, curved windshield allows for optimal air flow over the cab and exceptional visibility. The Coronado also provides excellent maneuverability with a 50-degree wheel cut.
The C15 engine is certified and compliant to the EPA 2004 standards. Additionally, the C15 uses ACERT technology to reduce emissions while supplying reliability and durability.
The Coronado is available with Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines with up to 550 horsepower as standard. The Caterpillar "King of the Hill" C15 600 horsepower or 625 horsepower engines are optional.